Most BC workplace disputes settle without a trial. Severance negotiations, demand letters, Employment Standards complaints, and Human Rights Tribunal mediations resolve the large majority of employee claims before a court hearing. The path that delivers the best result depends on what kind of dispute you have, what deadlines apply, and … Continue reading
If you are looking for an employee lawyer in Surrey, Vancouver, or anywhere in British Columbia where our lawyers work, chances are something at work has already gone wrong. Maybe you were fired, pressured to resign, offered a severance package, demoted, harassed, or put on a sudden performance … Continue reading
Workplace investigations have grown in popularity in recent years as a way for employers to maintain a fair and safe work environment and manage risk in the workplace. Workplace investigations let employees know that their concerns are being addressed and that company standards and policies are worth more than simply … Continue reading
One of the most common issues that arises in workplace disputes is whether an individual is an employee or independent contractor in law. It can be convenient for various reasons (tax, etc.) for employers and individuals to agree on a working arrangement that labels the individual as an independent contractor, … Continue reading
In a precedent setting decision, a labour arbitrator in Ontario has found an employer liable for failing to protect its workers from harassment and discrimination relating to customer posts on the employer’s Twitter account … Continue reading
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